Channeling Chanel's Style
Drawing inspiration from Coco Chanel's timeless style is a surefire way to infuse everyday luxury into your own wardrobe. The best part? You can do it in an affordable way. To help you channel Chanel (we couldn’t resist) we’ve put together style tips along with affordable recommendations to help you incorporate her signature luxury into your everyday fashion.
Blazer and Skirt Suit
Coco Chanel is credited with pioneering the iconic tweed jacket with matching skirt design. Arguably, it’s a cornerstone of her legacy. The jacket itself is timeless and versatile. It’s a masculine piece redesigned with a nonchalant feminine elegance that projects sophistication and confidence. It can perfectly complement a matching skirt or elevate a pair of pants, trousers, leggings, or jeans.
The charm of these suits, particularly the jackets, lies in their ability to adapt to ever-changing trends while preserving a timeless appeal. Karl Lagerfeld famously put his own twist on the classic jacket in the 80s by fashioning it in pastels and bright colours. You can still do the same. Check out this colourful knitted tweed suit jacket from Cleo (that also has a matching skirt!) to add some feminine sophistication to your wardrobe.
Sweaters with Pearl Neck Details
Another staple in Coco's personal wardrobe was the basic but elegant sweater. This is a must-have for those looking for understated luxury. One of her personal signature looks was long-sleeved sweaters with layers of pearl necklaces. You can imitate this style with sweaters featuring pearl neck details. These tops not only go beautifully with skirt suits and jackets but also pair exquisitely with leggings, wide-leg pants, and various other bottoms.
Though it’s difficult to say if Coco herself ever sported them, cable knit sweaters or mock necks are a suitable alternatives. They can also go well with tweed jackets and skirts.
Loose and Wide-Leg Pants
Coco Chanel's penchant for wide-leg pants, which include draping styles with pleats and flare, can add an element of grace and fluidity to any outfit. These pants perfectly complement signature Chanel-style pieces like jackets and sweaters. They exemplify the classic Coco Chanel philosophy "simplicity is the keynote of all true elegance."
Embrace this philosophy by incorporating loose and wide-leg pants into your wardrobe. These pants are a classic style that flatters many body types and is versatile for both casual and professional settings. Explore a selection of pant styles at Cleo from wide to slim in regular and petite sizes.
Amazing Value and Versatility
All of these classic pieces, like blazer and skirt suits, pearl-adorned sweaters, and wide-leg pants, are versatile enough to mix and match, allowing you to create numerous outfits from just a few essential items. They’re also largely trend proof, so you can be sure to enjoy them for years or even decades to come.
In Coco’s words, "In order to be irreplaceable, one must always be different." With inspiration from her style and legacy, you can augment your own personal style with ease -- and some help from Cleo!
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